2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 193 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
