2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 379 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Vedette 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 1957 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
