1991 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda NSX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda NSX | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | NSX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
