1985 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Citroen AX
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 388 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. 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, 1985 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1990 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | AX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
