1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 778 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Samba | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
