1989 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Siena |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
