1971 Citroen SM vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 178 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | SM | Delta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 65 L |
