1994 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | NSX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
