1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 30 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Monomille | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| 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 | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 113 L |
