1990 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1992 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |