1972 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Reliant Scimitar | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Reliant | Samsung |
| Model | Scimitar | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
