2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
