2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Berlingo | 164 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
