2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Berlingo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
