1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 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 11 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 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 1974 Fiat 131. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 131 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 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Pluriel | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
