1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 816 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
