1971 Citroen SM vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | SM | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
