1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 291 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 Concerto (119 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Concerto | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
