1988 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 484 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
