2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
