1989 Austin Montego vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Montego | Florian |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
