1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | QB | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
