2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven 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 1970 Lotus Seven. 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, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Berlingo | Seven |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
