1966 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina 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) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. 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, 1966 Ford Cortina (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Cortina | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Cortina | SM5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |