2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 689 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault Floride 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Floride |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
