1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 247 kg more than 1984 Austin 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, 1984 Austin Montego (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
