1985 Austin Montego vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. 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 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1960 mm |
