1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 307 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | Sunbird | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
