1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. 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 (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Berlingo | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |