1984 Austin Montego vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Berline weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 1963 Fiat Berline. 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, 1963 Fiat Berline (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Montego | Berline |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |