1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 24 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 456 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 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Montego | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
