1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Brava |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
