2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 244 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
