2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Berlingo | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |