1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 Austin A 70. 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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 70 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |