1989 Austin Montego vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| 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 | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
