1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 130 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
