2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 288 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
