1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 885 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monomille | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
