1987 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
