1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 794 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | 990 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
