1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 345 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.

Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen Berlingo 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
Make Citroen Alfa Romeo
Model Berlingo 8C Competizione
Year Released 1996 2009
Body Type Panel Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1905 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 70 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1155 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2600 mm