1994 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 11 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Austin Montego | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | Montego | ForFour |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |