1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1973 Renault 12 is newer by 10 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 12 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 | 1973 Renault 12 | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | Mono 1000 | 12 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |