1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 882 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | QB | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
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 | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |