1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 122 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.

Because 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 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 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 2009 Citroen Berlingo
Make Armstrong Siddeley Citroen
Model Sapphire Berlingo
Year Released 1956 2009
Body Type Sedan Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2307 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 18.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2730 mm


 

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