2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 864 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Moretti 500 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 1963 Moretti 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Berlingo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
