1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 75 | Monza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |