1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 194 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |