1989 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1991 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
