1988 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
