1985 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 26 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 18 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
