1990 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1954 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Popular |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
