1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Samsung |
| Model | Lancia 037 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
