1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 Opel Monza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Monza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |