2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 57 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1956 Lancia Flaminia 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 1956 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1956 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
