1970 Austin 3 vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Austin | Samsung |
Model | 3 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |