2008 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 1,667 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 506 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, 2008 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 954 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
