1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 377 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Aurelia | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
