1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. 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 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1850 mm |