1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1966 ZAZ 966 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
Model | Mono 1000 | 966 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |