1991 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 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 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Montego | Panda |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |