1988 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 104 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Montego | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
