1985 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 155 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
