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


 

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