2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 181 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 1969 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Berlingo | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
