1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 37 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 430 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 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
