1974 Citroen SM vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 20 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 67 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | SM | 100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
