1973 Citroen SM vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 31 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 124 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | SM | Life |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |