1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Zastava 132.
Because 1978 Zastava 132 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 1978 Zastava 132. 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, 1978 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | Berlingo | 132 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |