1993 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1993 Austin Montego and 1979 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta 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 1979 Lancia Beta. 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |
