1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 27 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 65 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | i20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
