1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Daimler | Citroen |
Model | Conquest | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |