2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
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, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Berlingo | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |