1988 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 636 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Montego | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |