2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
