1958 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Tatra T603 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 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Tatra T603 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Tatra | Citroen |
| Model | T603 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
