1974 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 33 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 289 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
