1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Lancia | Citroen |
Model | Beta | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |