1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Montego | 106 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
