1984 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 206 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
