2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
