1978 Seat 131 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 517 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Seat 131 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 1978 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 131 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 131 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
