1989 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Montego | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
