1972 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 183 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | SM | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
