1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-3 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 1,964 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 292 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, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Monomille | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
