1984 Austin Montego vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 570 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 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
