2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 178 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
