1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 48 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1140 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, 2009 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | Monomille | IS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
