1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | Monomille | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |