1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 391 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Montego | Bravo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |