1990 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego.
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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
