1973 Citroen SM vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
