1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 28 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 388 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Talbot Samba | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Talbot | Honda |
Model | Samba | Fit |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2499 mm |