1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132.
Because 1972 Fiat 132 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 1972 Fiat 132. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | 132 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |