1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 356 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Monza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
