1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 292 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800.
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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 1800 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |