1984 Austin Montego vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 240 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 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Montego | Flavia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |