1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1938 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
