2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. 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, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
