2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1982 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. Both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 1982 Citroen Visa are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 448 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1982 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
