1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1985 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 25 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Panda weights approximately 130 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, 1985 Fiat Panda, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1985 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Monomille | Panda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
