2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte 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 56 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
