1993 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Austin Montego | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Century |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |