1972 Citroen SM vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | SM | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 49 L |
