1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Fifties is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Fifties weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
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, 1996 Renault Fifties (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Fifties will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Monomille | Fifties |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
