1988 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 23 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 110 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | i20 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
