1989 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
