1973 Citroen SM vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | SM | Altea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1984 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
