1994 Austin Montego vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
