1974 Citroen SM vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 39 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, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 111 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | SM | Forte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |
