1950 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 114 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Rover P4 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | P4 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |