2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. 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 (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
