1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 562 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Morgan | Citroen |
| Model | Plus 4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
