1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 995 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monomille | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
