1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2004 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 377 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2004 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
