1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2300 mm |
