1991 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | Montego | 100 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |