2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 464 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
