1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Berlingo | 156 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
