1972 Citroen SM vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | SM | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 30 L |
