1990 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta 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 10 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 174 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
