Opel Monza Monza A1

Opel - Monza A1

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelMonza
GenerationMonza A1
Modification2.8 (140 Hp)
Start Of ProductionApril, 1978
End Of ProductionAugust, 1981

Performance

The Monza is a decent performer, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 10 seconds and reaching a top speed of 195 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.41 is relatively low, indicating good aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10 sec
Max Speed195 km/h 121.17 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.41

Body & Dimensions

The Alfa Romeo Monza is a sleek and powerful coupe with a sporty design, featuring a 4-seat capacity, 3 doors, and a compact size with a length of 184.72 inches, width of 68.27 inches, and height of 54.33 inches. It has a wheelbase of 105.04 inches, front track of 56.81 inches, and rear track of 57.95 inches, with a minimum turning circle of 32.32 feet and a ride height of 5.51 inches.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors3
Length4692 mm 184.72 in.
Width1734 mm 68.27 in.
Height1380 mm 54.33 in.
Wheelbase2668 mm 105.04 in.
Front Track1443 mm 56.81 in.
Rear Track1472 mm 57.95 in.
Min Turning Circle9.85 m 32.32 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Monza is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 10.8 liters per 100 kilometers, which is approximately 21.78 US mpg, 26.16 UK mpg, and 9.26 km/l. This makes it a relatively fuel-efficient option.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined10.8 l/100 km 21.78 US mpg 26.16 UK mpg 9.26 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Alfa Romeo Monza is a rear-wheel drive sports car with a 6-cylinder inline engine, producing 140 horsepower at 5200 rpm. It features a manual transmission with 4 gears and a naturally aspirated engine with a compression ratio of 9.4. The car has a McPherson suspension in the front and a trailing arm suspension in the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power140 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre50.3 Hp/l
Torque214 Nm @ 3400 rpm. 157.84 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code28H
Engine Displacement2784 cm3 169.89 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio9.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The car in question is a Monza, featuring ventilated disc brakes at the front and disc brakes at the rear. The steering system is a cone worm with recirculation balls, aided by a hydraulic power steering system. The tire size is 195/70 R14.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size195/70 R14

Weight & Capacity

The Monza is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for city driving and occasional highway cruising. Its trunk space is decent, and the fuel tank capacity is average. The car's towing capacity is moderate, making it suitable for small to medium-sized trailers.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.8 kg/Hp, 101.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.4 kg/Nm, 155.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1375 kg 3031.36 lbs.
Max Weight1900 kg 4188.78 lbs.
Max Load525 kg 1157.43 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum425 l 15.01 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum765 l 27.02 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1700 kg 3747.86 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes700 kg 1543.24 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Monza A1

The Alfa Romeo Monza has a seating capacity of 4 passengers.

The Alfa Romeo Monza has 3 doors.

The minimum turning circle of the Alfa Romeo Monza is 32.32 feet.

10 seconds

195 km/h (121.17 mph)

0.41

The fuel type of the Monza is Petrol (Gasoline)

The combined fuel consumption of the Monza is 10.8 l/100 km, 21.78 US mpg, 26.16 UK mpg, and 9.26 km/l

The Alfa Romeo Monza has an internal combustion engine with 6 cylinders in a inline configuration.

The Alfa Romeo Monza has a manual transmission with 4 gears.

The Alfa Romeo Monza is a rear-wheel drive car.

The car has ventilated disc brakes at the front and disc brakes at the rear.

The steering system is a cone worm with recirculation balls, aided by a hydraulic power steering system.

The tire size is 195/70 R14.

The Monza is powered by a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine with 335 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque.

The Monza comes standard with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.

The Monza gets an estimated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.

9.8 kg/Hp, 101.8 Hp/tonne

525 kg (1157.43 lbs)

70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal)