1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 284 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 40 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
