1953 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Morris | Citroen |
| Model | Minor | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
