1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Strada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2718 mm |
