1987 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. Both 1987 Austin Montego and 1992 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4.
Because 1992 Morgan 4 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 1992 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1992 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | Montego | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
