1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 432 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Talbot | Citroen |
| Model | 1510 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
