1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 62 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |