1970 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 408 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Because 1970 Simca 1200S 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 Simca 1200S. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1200S | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Simca | Citroen |
| Model | 1200S | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
