1992 Austin Montego vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Montego | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 56 L |
