1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
| Model | GT | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2710 mm |
