1988 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 15 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2003 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
