1973 Citroen SM vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 9 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | SM | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |