2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlingo | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
