1972 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 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 8 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 609 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1558 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
