1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Monomille | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
