2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 204 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
