2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 29 kg more than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Because 1973 Opel Admiral 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 1973 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1973 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Admiral |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |