1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 11 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 370 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Monomille | 124 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |