1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 11 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (90 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 249 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Concerto | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 786 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 |
