1989 Austin Montego vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 868 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Montego | Sports |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 57 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1780 mm |
