1984 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 7 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 160 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
