1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
