1985 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
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 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2001 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 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 |
