1972 Citroen SM vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM 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 94 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 466 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | SM | Quintet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |