1945 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5

To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1945 Austin 16 1998 Samsung SM5
Make Austin Samsung
Model 16 SM5
Year Released 1945 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2200 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm


 

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