1973 Citroen SM vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | SM | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
