1947 Austin 16 vs. 2001 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1947 Austin 16 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 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2001 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
