1989 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 22 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Fit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
