1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 560 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | Monomille | Corolla |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |