1972 Citroen SM vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, both 1972 Citroen SM and 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 109 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | SM | Jeep |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |