1993 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 42 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Austin Montego | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |