1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1440 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, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | Monomille | Sorento |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |