1990 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Bristol 403
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Bristol 403 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 1954 Bristol 403. 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, 1954 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1954 Bristol 403 | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | Montego | 403 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |