1971 Citroen SM vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 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, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen SM | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | SM | Freelander |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |