1988 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
