1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 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 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 103 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 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
