1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 256 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
