1975 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2011 Citroen Berlingo
Make Toyota Citroen
Model Corona Berlingo
Year Released 1975 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2730 mm


 

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