1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1989 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 765 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 Chrysler Conquest, 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 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1989 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | Monomille | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
