2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 487 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Berlingo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
