2003 Samsung SM5 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Samsung SM5 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Samsung | Simca |
| Model | SM5 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
