1981 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 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 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 809 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
