1993 Austin Montego vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 450 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | 130 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
