1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1985 Austin Montego
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1985 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1985 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Junior | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
