1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 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 35 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 126 weights approximately 28 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, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Monomille | 126 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
