1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 561 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 127 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
