1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Crown |
Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |