1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona.
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, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Berlingo | Persona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
