1972 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 211 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 1972 Ford Granada 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 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Granada | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
