1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 366 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Berlingo | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
