1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 266 kg more than 1975 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 (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Lancia | Citroen |
Model | Beta | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |