1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Talbot Samba | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Talbot | Honda |
Model | Samba | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |