1992 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 113 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
