1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |
