1985 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1997 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
