1974 Citroen SM vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 31 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | SM | 45 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
