1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 614 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |