2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 TVR 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR 1600 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR 1600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600.
Because 1972 TVR 1600 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 1972 TVR 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 TVR 1600 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 TVR 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Berlingo | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
