1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |