1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 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 31 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 116 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Pluriel | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
