2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 364 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Porsche 912 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 1977 Porsche 912. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Berlingo | 912 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
