1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
