2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 178 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1959 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Consul |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |