1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (133 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
| Model | Giulietta | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
