1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Austin Montego
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Austin Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | Montego |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 161 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |