2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 357 kg more than 2002 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 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Berlingo | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
