1973 Citroen SM vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 1975 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | SM | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1850 mm |
