1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 307 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Samba | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
