1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 587 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 142 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 | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
