1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 534 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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-Healey 100. 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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | 100 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |