1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 44 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 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 1209 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.
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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Monomille | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
