1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord 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 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Mono 1000 | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |