1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
