2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 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 41 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 674 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
