1974 Citroen SM vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 25 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 123 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | SM | Today |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
