1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 2200 | Monza |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |