1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |