1991 Austin Montego vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 490 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | 130 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
