1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
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, 1975 Opel Ascona (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Monomille | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
