1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 938 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, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Monomille | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
