2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic 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) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |