1975 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 5 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
