1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1966 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 576 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, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Monomille | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 125 L |
