1959 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 498 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 1959 AC Aceca 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 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2004 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |