1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
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, 2001 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310. 2001 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1973 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Samsung |
| Model | A 310 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
