1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 7 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1050 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mono 1000 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |