1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Pluriel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Pluriel 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Pluriel | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
