1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 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 (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | 500 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |