2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
