1989 Austin Montego vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | DS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
