1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Samsung |
| Model | Corolla | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
