1972 Citroen SM vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 47 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 7 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | SM | Sportage |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |