2012 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 1977 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen Berlingo | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
