1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 637 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
