1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
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, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2200 mm |
