1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 1 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Stilo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |