2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Caterham | Opel |
Model | 7 | Monza |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |