1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1989 Austin Montego | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 70 | Montego |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |