1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1385 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 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 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Mono 1000 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
