1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 24 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 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 208 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
