2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Berlingo | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
