1974 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 718 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen SM | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | SM | Carnival |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |