1985 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
