1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
