1986 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 24 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 208 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Getz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
