1965 Steyr 500D vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 786 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 500D 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 1965 Steyr 500D. 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 (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 500D | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Steyr | Citroen |
Model | 500D | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 489 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |