1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 458 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |