2006 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 521 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Civic | Samba |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |