1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2970 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
