1973 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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, 1973 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | SM | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |