1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Berlingo and 1999 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Berlingo | Punto |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |