1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley 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 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
Model | Whitley | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |