2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 147 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
