1999 Honda Z vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Z | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
