1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
