1993 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |
