1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 252 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
