1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 21 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 578 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 | 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mono 1000 | GTV6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
