2004 Acura RSX vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RSX weights approximately 482 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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | RSX | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
