1966 Fiat OT vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 749 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat OT 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 1966 Fiat OT. 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 (240 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | OT | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
