1986 Austin Montego vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Appia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
