1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |