1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfasud | Montego |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
