1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 94 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |