1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Proton Arena
To start off, 2011 Proton Arena is newer by 14 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Proton Arena.
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, 2011 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Berlingo | Arena |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
