1991 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 20 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 84 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.
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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Montego | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
