1985 Austin Montego vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia 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 9 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego.
Because 1964 Lancia Flavia 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 1964 Lancia Flavia. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
