2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 751 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
