1984 Austin Montego vs. 1964 Austin A 99
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 580 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 1964 Austin A 99 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 1964 Austin A 99. 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1964 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Montego | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
