1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 152 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
