1992 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 113 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
