2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 472 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Berlingo | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
