1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 874 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
