1989 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Alpina B 10
To start off, both 1989 Austin Montego and 1989 Alpina B 10 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
Because 1989 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alpina B 10 (705 Nm) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1989 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Austin | Alpina |
| Model | Montego | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
