1972 Citroen SM vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1972 Citroen SM and 1972 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (180 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen SM (231 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | SM | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2668 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
