1985 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 Morgan 4 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 2005 Morgan 4. 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Montego | 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 160 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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |