2001 Audi A2 vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
