2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 396 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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 (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Berlingo | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
