1987 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 19 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. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
