1989 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 32 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Montego | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
