1982 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. Both 1982 Citroen BX and 1996 Citroen Berlingo are equipped with a 1,905 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 169 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX.
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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
