1970 Honda Z vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 988 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Z | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
