2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 293 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Berlingo | 124 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |