1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 92 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont 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 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Holden | Citroen |
Model | Belmont | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |