1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 196 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Monotipo | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
