1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 192 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 616 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
