1995 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 13 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 757 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | NSX | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 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 |
