1988 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
