1994 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 19 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Fit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
