1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Civic weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Because 1961 Abarth Monomille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth Monomille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Monomille | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 41 L |
