1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 23 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, 1984 Austin Montego (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
