1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 564 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | 305 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
