1984 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 16 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1958 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 1958 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
