1954 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. 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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | P4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
