2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
