1984 Austin Montego vs. 1988 Bitter Type III
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 350 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 1988 Bitter Type III 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 1988 Bitter Type III. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1988 Bitter Type III | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | Montego | Type III |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
