1972 Opel Admiral vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 29 kg more than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Because 1972 Opel Admiral 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 1972 Opel Admiral. 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, 1972 Opel Admiral (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Admiral | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Admiral | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
