2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |