1958 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 56 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1984 Austin Montego | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | Montego |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |