2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 562 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. 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 (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
