1993 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | Montego | 7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 58 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 | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
