1990 Austin Montego vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 42 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego.
Because 1948 Triumph Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Montego | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
