1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1991 Austin Montego
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. Both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1991 Austin Montego are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1991 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 146 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
