2002 Samsung SM5 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM5 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Samsung | Triumph |
| Model | SM5 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
