1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 877 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Alpine A 108 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 1961 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 108 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
