2004 Samsung SM5 vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Samsung SM5 | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Samsung | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM5 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
