1984 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Montego | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
