1971 Citroen SM vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 39 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 86 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | SM | Outback |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
