1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 288 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Palio | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
