1984 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 1959 Austin A 95. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Montego | A 95 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |