1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 24 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Because 1951 Alvis TA 21 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 1951 Alvis TA 21. 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TA 21 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
