1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2008 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
