2007 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Accord | Samba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |