1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Speedster weights approximately 316 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster 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 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | Mono 1000 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |