1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2000 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
| Model | Giulietta | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
