1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 2001 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2001 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Lancia | Samsung |
Model | Appia | SM5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |