1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 142 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
