2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 296 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
