2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 112 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Berlingo | CX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 22.2:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |