1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 674 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 127 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
