2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 587 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
