1972 Citroen SM vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | SM | Thesis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |