1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. 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 (120 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 55 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
