1972 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica 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, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | SM | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 37 L |
