1957 MG MGA vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | MG | Samsung |
| Model | MGA | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
