1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1973 Moretti 127
To start off, 1973 Moretti 127 is newer by 12 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth Monomille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1973 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Moretti 127 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Because 1961 Abarth Monomille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth Monomille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Moretti 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1973 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | Monomille | 127 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
