1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 744 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | 205 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1558 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 | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
