1959 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 123 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley 4 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Riley | Citroen |
| Model | 4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
