1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 506 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A 40 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |