1993 Austin Montego vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | CX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
