1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Punto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
