1988 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 94 kg more than 1988 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, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | DS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
