1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | 15 | Montego |
Year Released | 1942 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |