1994 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 502 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | Montego | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
