1994 Austin Montego vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | CX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
