2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3010 mm |
