1974 Citroen SM vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 27 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 22 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | SM | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
