1972 Citroen SM vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 26 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | SM | Diamante |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |