2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 414 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Berlingo | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
