2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
