1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 16 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Mustang | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
