1998 Honda Today vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Honda Today 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 Honda Today.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Today | Samba |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |