1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Ballade weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Samba | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
