2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 614 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
