1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2001 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Bristol 406 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 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2001 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |