1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1985 Austin Montego
To start off, both 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 and 1985 Austin Montego were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1985 Austin Montego | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | Lancia 037 | Montego |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |