1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 22 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
