1972 Citroen SM vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | SM | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
