1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Pluriel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 486 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Pluriel | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
