1989 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 116 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
