2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
