1985 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 21 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Strada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
