2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 411 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
