1995 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 382 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, 1995 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Accord | Samba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
