1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Rover | Samsung |
| Model | 2000 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
