1981 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 558 kg more than 1981 Seat 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 127 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
