2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Berlingo | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Berlingo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 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 | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
