1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 719 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Talbot | Honda |
Model | Samba | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2799 mm |