1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1260 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | Monomille | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 5338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 113 L |