2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Grande Punto | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
