2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 46 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2005 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 (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Consul |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |