1988 Austin Montego vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 430 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 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Montego | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 34 L |
