1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 351 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
