2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 534 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1266 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
