2009 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 389 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Civic | Samba |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |