1985 Austin Montego vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Montego | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |