1986 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
