1986 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 19 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
