1974 Citroen SM vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM | Vento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
