1984 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, both 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1984 Austin Montego were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 16 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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.
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1984 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Austin Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTV | Montego |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |