1984 Austin Montego vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
