2000 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 15 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 930 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Legend | Samba |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |