2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Monza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
