2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 1990 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Berlingo | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
