1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 362 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Because 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 1982 Fiat Abarth. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Abarth | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
