1991 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Punto |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
