1953 Allard K3 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1953 Allard K3.
Because 1953 Allard K3 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 1953 Allard K3. 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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | K3 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
