1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 495 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Prelude | Samba |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |