1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Fiat 126 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 1994 Fiat 126. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | 126 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
