1976 Triumph TR7 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 467 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Because 1976 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph TR7 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | TR7 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
