1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 727 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monomille | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
