2007 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 500 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, 2007 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Civic | Samba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |