1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 309 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
