1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Fiesta | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
