1998 Honda S2000 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1984 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 S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | S2000 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
