1988 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 22 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Montego | Strada |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2718 mm |