1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M 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 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 12 M | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | 12 M | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
