1973 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS.
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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
