1980 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 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) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 522 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
