2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 24 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
