2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 43 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |