1984 Talbot Samba vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Samba | Integra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
