1972 Citroen SM vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, both 1972 Citroen SM and 1972 Morris 1800 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 65 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | SM | 1800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |