1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Austin Montego
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 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, 1985 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Alfasud | Montego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
