1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 1979 Renault 14 is newer by 16 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 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 14 weights approximately 305 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, 1979 Renault 14, 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, 1979 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 14 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 | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
