1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1985 Austin Montego
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1985 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 2200 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
