2004 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1982 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | NSX | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
