1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 82 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24.
Because 1970 GAZ 24 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 1970 GAZ 24. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | GAZ | Citroen |
| Model | 24 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
