1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Capri | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |