1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1950 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1950 Ford Zephyr 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 1950 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1950 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |