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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 534 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 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 | 1560 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
