1957 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 392 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Consul | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
