Greatest Autocar road tests: the second-generation Lancia Monte Carlo borrowed its front-end styling from the Delta - but couldn't shake off the Beta's reputation
Despite unchanged power, the new Montecarlo took 1.4sec from the original’s 0-60mph time due to a little more torque, better tyres and a 27kg weight drop. In-gear shove impressed, too. The well spaced ratios could be swapped quickly via the heavy gearbox. Brakes were much friendlier than before, but faded with repeated stops. Inherent understeer could be coaxed into benign lift-off oversteer, and body roll was minimal despite a fairly forgiving ride.
Wind noise was okay with the fabric roof stowed, but engine thrash and gearbox whine penetrated the retrimmed cabin due to limited soundproofing. While visibility was good and the seating position comfy for most, restricted rearward seat movement and a fixed steering column troubled taller drivers.
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