1972 Citroen SM vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 39 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 88 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | SM | Indica |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 37 L |