2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 354 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Berlingo | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |