1969 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 537 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Century | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
