1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 712 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 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 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 110 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |