1973 Citroen SM vs. 1973 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1973 Citroen SM and 1973 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen SM (180 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127.
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, 1973 Citroen SM (233 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1973 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | SM | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
