1975 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
