1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 485 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Abarth | Triumph |
Model | Monomille | TR7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |