2002 Samsung SM5 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2002 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM5 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Samsung | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM5 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
