1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |