1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 824 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1000 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |