1984 Austin Montego vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen Sedan 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 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
