1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Celica | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |