2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 373 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
