1986 AC Ace vs. 1997 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1997 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
