1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 127 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
