1986 Austin Montego vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 376 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Visa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
