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 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 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. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 1 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | SM | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |