1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 54 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Punto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
