1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Austin | Samsung |
| Model | A 35 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
