1980 Holden Kingswood 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 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 134 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | Kingswood | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
