1985 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego.
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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
