1973 Citroen SM vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 33 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 32 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 473 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 2006 SsangYong Kyron. 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | SM | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
