1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1976 Holden Gemini is newer by 15 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Gemini weights approximately 340 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, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | Monomille | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
