1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 28 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1080 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.
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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | Monomille | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
