2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
