1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 40 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth Monomille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth Monomille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Monomille | Life |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
