1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 437 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |