1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1962 Lotus Elite is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 1,215 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lotus Elite weights approximately 100 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Lotus Elite (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | Monomille | Elite |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 29 L |
