1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.

Because 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk 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 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk 2010 Citroen Berlingo
Make Studebaker Citroen
Model Sky Hawk Berlingo
Year Released 1960 2010
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4735 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 209 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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