1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Flaminia | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
