1973 Citroen SM vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 34 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 (180 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (233 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | SM | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
