1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1986 Buick Regal
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 930 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 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1986 Buick Regal | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Monomille | Regal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |