1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
