1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Monomille | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
