1953 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 707 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. 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 (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Prefect | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
