1984 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Montego | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
