2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 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 (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
