1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 131 | Monza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |