1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 79 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Berlingo | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |