2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Berlingo | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |