1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 438 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Morgan | Citroen |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |