2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 580 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | S2000 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
