1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1961 Abarth Monomille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 440 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Monomille | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
