1988 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 234 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 1986 Bitter SC 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 1986 Bitter SC. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | Montego | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
