1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 834 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, 2013 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Talbot | Acura |
| Model | Samba | TSX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2708 mm |
