1980 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |