1991 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Panda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
