2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 617 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
