1984 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. 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 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
