2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
