1990 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 190 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 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
