1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1961 Abarth Monomille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth Monomille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | Monomille | 109 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
