1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1000 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
