1972 Citroen SM vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 37 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |
