1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
