1998 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Accord | Samba |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |