1984 Austin Montego vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 912 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
