1972 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 11 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Luce | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1868 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
