1988 Austin Montego vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 101 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Because 1951 Jaguar Type-C 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 1951 Jaguar Type-C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Montego | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
