1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 363 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia 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 1962 Lancia Appia. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Appia | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
