1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 411 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
