1993 Austin Montego vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 434 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 1973 Avanti Avanti 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 1973 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | Montego | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
