2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
