1972 Citroen SM vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1972 Citroen SM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 502 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | SM | Appia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 42 L |
