1993 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1993 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1993 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Croma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
