1990 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1984 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Thema |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
