1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 27 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 869 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 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 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mono 1000 | 164 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |