1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1997 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
