1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1984 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 355 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, 1984 Austin Maestro, 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro 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 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
