2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 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 13 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Berlingo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
