2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 50 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 424 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, 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
