1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. 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, 2000 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Ford Prefect 2000 Samsung SM5
Make Ford Samsung
Model Prefect SM5
Year Released 1953 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 31 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 63.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2710 mm


 

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