1989 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 4 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Montego | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |