2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1955 Rover P4 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Berlingo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
