1990 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Getz (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 6 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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Getz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
