1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Because 1956 Ford Zodiac 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 1956 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Zodiac | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |