1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 684 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 128 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
