1988 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Uno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
