1974 Citroen SM vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | SM | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
