2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Monza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
