1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1957 Morgan Plus 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 1957 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Berlingo | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |