1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Fiesta | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
