1956 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1997 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | DS | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |