1951 GAZ M-20 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 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1951 GAZ M-20 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 GAZ M-20. 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, 1951 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 GAZ M-20 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | GAZ | Citroen |
| Model | M-20 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
