1973 Citroen SM vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1973 Citroen SM and 1973 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen SM (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 508 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | SM | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
