1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 760 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 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
