2006 MG TF vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 MG TF 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, 2006 MG TF (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 2006 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
