1973 Citroen SM vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 119 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | SM | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |