1972 Citroen SM vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1972 Citroen SM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | SM | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
