1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 911 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | 1600 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2800 mm |