1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 702 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Corsa | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
