2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 332 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
