1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Monotipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Monotipo | AR 51 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |
