1989 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 35 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 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 | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
