1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 37 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 1165 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, 1998 Honda Legend, 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Monomille | Legend |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |