2007 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 478 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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Civic | Samba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 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 | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |