1992 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 33 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), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 19 L |
