1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 48 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfetta | Montego |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
