1984 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 145 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
