1972 Citroen SM vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 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 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | SM | Ducato |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |