1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 12 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 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
