2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1953 DKW F 91
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 377 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1953 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Berlingo | F 91 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
