2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
