1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1985 Opel Monza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Monza weights approximately 856 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 1985 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 595 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
