1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 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 71 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 753 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 510 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
