1994 Austin Montego vs. 1953 Austin A 90
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 1953 Austin A 90. 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1953 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Montego | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
