1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 1977 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
