1972 Citroen SM vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 28 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 91 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 406 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | SM | Brava |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
