2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 293 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | Berlingo | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
