1973 Citroen SM vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 39 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | SM | Orlando |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
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 | 171 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |