1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1952 Fiat 1400 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 1952 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
