1954 Allard K3 vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Allard K3.
Because 1954 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 1954 Allard K3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | K3 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |