1971 Citroen SM vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
