2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 266 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Berlingo | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
