2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Seat 600 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Berlingo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
