1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, both 1977 Ford Fiesta and 1977 Opel Monza were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Monza |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |