1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1227 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Samba | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3000 mm |
