1979 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 451 kg more than 1979 Austin Allegro. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Allegro | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
