2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (63 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 802 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
