1951 Bristol 400 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 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 400 (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 93 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400.
Because 1951 Bristol 400 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 Bristol 400. 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 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
