1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1979 Nissan Laurel 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 1979 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
