2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1959 Morris Oxford 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 1959 Morris Oxford. 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Berlingo | Oxford |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |