1989 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
