1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Samsung |
| Model | Aurelia | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
