1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 70 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
