1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 489 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |