1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 2 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Because 1978 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
